Lead Sous Chef — Innovative Menus, Mentorship & Growth

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Vacation and PTO with rollover

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary and Discounted Rooms

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

White Lodging, renowned for operating premium-brand hotels, seeks an experienced culinary leader on-site in Austin. You will spearhead daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality, seasonal preparations while building a high-performing team and mentoring staff.

The role emphasizes menu development, cost control, and a collaborative approach with front-of-house to elevate guest experiences. An associate degree in culinary arts or business administration is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in culinary arts or business administration preferred.
• Proven leadership in managing culinary staff.
• Commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily food preparation in assigned areas with seasonal techniques.
• Interview, hire, train, and manage culinary staff to maintain high performance.
• Uphold cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Organize and oversee menu development, recipes, and timelines.
• Control food costs through inventory, portion control, and waste minimization.
• Mentor associates to support career growth and guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Restaurant operations

Menu development

Staff coaching

Budgeting

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or Business Administration

Job description

White Lodging, renowned for operating premium-brand hotels, seeks an experienced culinary leader on-site in Austin. You will spearhead daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality, seasonal preparations while building a high-performing team and mentoring staff.

The role emphasizes menu development, cost control, and a collaborative approach with front-of-house to elevate guest experiences. An associate degree in culinary arts or business administration is preferred.